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CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners Offices

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110 00 PRAGUE 1
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CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners > The Legal 500 Rankings
Czech Republic > TMT Tier 2
At CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners, the TMT offering includes media law matters, marketing contracts, cybersecurity legislation and software licensing issues. The client base includes global corporations and government entities. Martin Kartner heads the practice, and regularly acts on IP, tech, and data protection work. Michal Horký is a key contact for compliance work.Practice head(s):
Martin Kartner
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team is very professional, proactive, and quick to respond.’
‘They are experts, they meet deadlines, and they have no problems with the requirement to resolve assignments quickly.’
‘Martin Kartner is a real expert, business oriented, sincere, responsive.’
‘I have been working with Martin Kartner for a long time. He is a very good lawyer, and I am very satisfied with the work.’
Key clients
FCC Group
Mcdonald´s ČR spol. s.r.o.
GSC GAME WORLD GLOBAL LTD
ŽĎAS, a.s.
NATUS VINCERE ESPORT CY LTD
OFFICEO s.r.o. (2 projects)
Tchibo Praha, spol. s.r.o.
QuarkGate s.r.o.
Telio Management GmbH
Medin, a.s.
Work highlights
- Advised FCC Group on various IP and tech-based matters, including data privacy matters and new cybersecurity legislation.
- Advised McDonald’s ČR on several media and marketing contracts, as well as on agreements with tech and software companies.
- Advised OFFICEO on the implementation of new cybersecurity legislation.
Czech Republic > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 3
The banking and finance team at CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners provides across-the-board support for domestic and multinational banks, non-bank financial institutions and corporates in such areas as energy, real estate and precious metals on matters involving multi-jurisdictional export and acquisition finance. The group is headed by practice area specialist Martin Kartner. Key support is provided by associate Michal Hofman.Practice head(s):
Martin Kartner
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Helpful approach, quick responses to email inquiries.’
‘We are very satisfied with Cerha Hempel Kališ & Partners. They are experts, they meet deadlines and they have no problems with the requirements to resolve assignments quickly.’
‘We have been working with Martin Kartner for a long time. He is a real expert – business oriented, sincere, responsive.’
Key clients
ČEPS, a.s.
Národní rozvojová banka a.s.
FCC Česká republika s.r.o.
CFH investiční fond SICAV, a.s.
Erste Group Bank AG
AS SEB Pank
SAFINA, a.s.
StoneX Group (Gain Capital)
BRP Bizzozero & Partners SA
SCATEC group
Reitknechtka a.s.
Interactive Brokers
Work highlights
- Advised Národní rozvojová banka a.s. on the financing of development projects of the group companies with a total value of CZK 600m.
- Advised Erste Group Bank AG on the accession of six new borrowers to a facility agreement via a third amendment.
- Advised ČEPS, a.s. on the terms of financing an acquisition of RWE Gas Storage CZ, s.r.o. by the Ministry of Finance.
Czech Republic > Dispute resolution Tier 3
The team at CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners brings expertise to representing government bodies, insurers, financial institutions and domestic and multinational corporates involved in cross-border disputes, including litigations, arbitrations and matters related to restructurings and insolvencies. The group's active client roster spans sectors ranging from manufacturing, gaming and engineering to aviation, medical devices and real estate. The practice is headed by Lukáš Hoder, who specialises in investment and commercial arbitration. Martin Kartner provides experience in employment litigation, and in civil and administrative proceedings.Practice head(s):
Lukáš Hoder
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘They are experts, they meet deadlines and they have no problems with the requirement to resolve assignments quickly.’
‘True professionals.’
‘We have worked with the CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners team on several litigations or potential litigations. We greatly appreciate not only their expertise and experience in dispute resolution matters, but also their ability to negotiate with the counterparties.’
‘All team members from the CERHA HEMPEL dispute resolution team showed a deep understanding of complex legal issues they have helped us with. In particular, we appreciate their ability to find creative solutions and to negotiate effectively. We would like to single out a senior associate, Lukáš Hoder who is a renowned expert in dispute resolutions and international arbitrations. He is a very skilled litigator who has always presented us with very accurate predictions of the outcomes of legal disputes or potential legal disputes.’
Key clients
UNIQA AU
SAFINA, a.s.
GAIN CAPITAL UK LIMITED
VÍTKOVICE STEEL, a. s.
City of Strakonice
Tipsport.net a.s.
Jindřichohradecké místní dráhy, a.s.
ŽĎAS, a.s.
Czech Airlines j.s.c.
MEDIN, a.s.
Work highlights
- Advising GAIN CAPITAL UK LIMITED (StoneX Group Inc.) on several disputes before Czech courts regarding financial investment matters (FOREX investments) with EU law aspects.
- Providing legal advice in the insolvency proceedings of Jindřichohradecké místní dráhy, a.s., a Czech railway company.
- Acting as the general lead counsel to Tipsport.net a.s., a betting agency in the Czech Republic, in the position of a creditor in the bankruptcy proceedings of Sberbank CZ.
Czech Republic > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 4
The corporate and M&A team at CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners brings expertise to assisting domestic and multinational insurers and corporates across areas ranging from manufacturing, media, energy and sports to hospitality and food and beverages, on high-value, cross-border transactions. The practice is jointly led by Petr Kališ, who draws on over 20 years of experience to manage M&A, restructurings and insolvencies; Lukáš Srbecký, a specialist in M&A, investigations and regulatory compliance; and Jiří Prouza, who provides key support on energy sector matters.Practice head(s):
Petr Kališ; Lukáš Srbecký; Jiří Prouza
Testimonials
‘We highly value the trustworthiness, loyalty and professional experience of law firm CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners.’
‘Their lawyers are always very creative and flexible and try to find the best business solution. Petr Kališ: we very much appreciate his business-oriented approach. Jiri Prouza is a reliable and diligent lawyer who provides us with razor-sharp legal services in relation to M&A and corporate matters.’
‘CERHA HEMPEL’s team is always able to explain in simple terms even the most complex issue, which is something that every client should welcome.’
‘Petr Kališ is very skilled in face-to-face negotiations, and has a very strong knowledge of economic relations, which was a huge advantage in our case’
‘CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners have a deep understanding of the legal landscape and are always willing to go the extra mile to find solutions that work for their clients. Their dedication to client service and commitment to excellence make them reliable and trustworthy.’
‘CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners collaborate seamlessly, ensuring each team member is informed and has a comprehensive understanding of the case. Jiří Prouza is exceptional in his field. He is always able to orient himself very quickly on a given issue and propose an effective solution to the problem.’
Key clients
ČEPS, a.s.
Shareholders of PEMIC BOOKS a.s.
Tennant Company
Elis Textil Servis s.r.o. / ELIS SA
JIP Východočeská, a.s.
ŽĎAS, a.s.
Vienna House
Sportovní Klub Slavia Praha, spolek
Natus Vincere CZ s.r.o.
Work highlights
- Advised ČEPS, a.s. on the acquisition of energy companies in the Czech Republic – NET4GAS Group (a gas transmission system operator) for CZK 5 bn and RWE Gas Storage CZ, s.ro. (an underground gas storage operator) for CZK 8.8 bn.
- Advised shareholders of PEMIC BOOKS a.s. in the sale of the PEMIC Group to Rockaway Capital.
- Advised Tennant Company, a US corporate in the cleaning equipment space, on the acquisition of M&F (TCS) group, which operates in the CEE region.
Czech Republic > Employment Tier 5
The employment team at CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners often acts for clients in the retail, higher education and life sciences sectors on a range of matters, including workplace health and safety, dismissals and changes to relevant legislation. The practice is co-led by Martin Kartner, who focuses on employment-related compliance matters, namely whistleblowing and GDPR issues, and Nikol Jeništová, who handles labour disputes and employee hiring and dismissals.Practice head(s):
Martin Kartner; Nikol Jeništová
Testimonials
‘All lawyers from Cerha Hempel demonstrated great flexibility, a strong business attitude, sound technical knowledge and great responsiveness.’
‘Quality, expediency, efficiency, attention to detail and practical solutions that can be implemented.’
‘Very responsive, commercially minded, a real pleasure to work with.’
‘Nikol Jeništová is great to work with. She makes things incredibly easy, gives clear, commercial, considered and quick advice which is just what we need.’
‘Their employment team is very diligent.’
Key clients
Tchibo Praha, spol. s r.o.
TENNANT Company
Cintra Global
FLOSMAN s.r.o.
MEDIN, a.s.
SAFINA, a.s.
Družstevní závody Dražice – strojírna s.r.o.
ProSpon, spol. s r.o.
Mikrobiologický ústav Akademie věd ČR (Institute of Microbiology of Czech Academy of Science)
Work highlights
- Advised Tchibo Praha on employment terminations following organisational changes, among other matters.
- Advised TENNANT Company on the employment aspects of its acquisition of M&F (TCS).
Czech Republic > Real estate and construction Tier 5
The real estate team at CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners is perhaps best known for its expertise in advising on development projects, however the group is equally adept at handling the environmental elements of real estate transactions. The team is well known for representing clients in the waste management, production and automotive sectors in mandates. Petr Kališ assists with real estate M&A transactions; he co-heads the practice with Lukáš Srbecký, who brings experience in assisting with corporate real estate transactions. Vít Švestka has left the firm.Practice head(s):
Petr Kališ; Lukáš Srbecký
Testimonials
‘The team has been advising us in various areas of law for a long time and the long-term advisory relationship shows that we are very satisfied with Cerha Hempel Kališ. They are experts, they meet deadlines, and they have no problems with the requirement to resolve assignments quickly. I would recommend this law firm to other potential clients.’
‘We have been working with Lukáš Srbecký for a long time. He is a real expert; business oriented, sincere, responsive.’
Key clients
MEDIN, a.s.
Sportovní klub Slavia Praha, spolek
Scatec Solar s.r.o.
FCC Žabčice, s.r.o.
Hotels by HR Diplomat s.r.o.
FCC Česká republika, s.r.o.
OFFICEO s.r.o.
SAFINA, a.s.
ŽĎAS, a.s.
EWAP spol. s.r.o.
SBS Ecoclean GmbH
HOL-MONTA s.r.o.
Work highlights
- Advised FCC on several real estate projects, focusing on access roads to the client’s properties.
- Advised OFFICEO on the purchase of the company’s headquarters.
CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners > Firm Profile
CERHA HEMPEL is one of the leading corporate law firms in Central and Eastern Europe with its headquarters in Vienna. With a team of over 200 lawyers, the firm guarantees its clients experience and expertise in all areas of corporate and commercial law, both in Austria and Central and Eastern Europe.
CERHA HEMPEL is proud to be able to look back on a very successful history. Over the past 25 years, CERHA HEMPEL has been involved in a large number of the most significant transactions in Austria. The fact that the firm understands its clients’ businesses has helped CERHA HEMPEL achieve a high rate of success. It is no coincidence that CERHA HEMPEL is the first port of call for a number of long-term clients whom the firm advises comprehensively on all of their day-to-day legal matters. This expertise – combined with the firm’s years of experience in Central and Eastern Europe and its Lex Mundi network – ensures that its clients receive high-quality and sound advice, across disciplines and across borders.
CERHA HEMPEL is a full-service law firm dedicated to providing legal advice in all areas of commercial law and first-class legal solutions tailored to the needs of its clients. It achieves this by finding the most efficient solution from both a legal and economic perspective. The firm is committed to achieving and maintaining the very highest levels of professional excellence.
Services
- Antitrust & Competition
- Banking & Finance
- Capital Markets
- Compliance & Investigations
- Corporate
- Employment Law
- Insolvency & Restructuring
- IP & Unfair Competition
- IT & Privacy
- Litigation & Arbitration
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Private Clients & Trusts
- Public Law & European Law
- Real Estate
- Private Equity & Venture Capital
- Tax Law
- White Collar Crime
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing Partner, Head of Mergers & Acquistions and Restructuring Department, Insolvency & Restructuring, Capital Markets, Private Equity & Venture Capital, Corporate | Petr Kališ | [email protected] | +420 221 111 711 |
Head of Compliance Department, Dispute Resolution and Employment Law, Banking & Finance, Insolvency & Restructuring, Real Estate & Construction, Compliance & Investigations, IP & Unfair Competition, IT & Privacy | Martin Kartner | [email protected] | +420 221 111 711 |
Head of Corporate/Investigation Department, Banking & Finance, Corporate, Insolvency & Restructuring, Mergers & Acquistions, Public Law & European Law, Real Estate & Construction, White Collar Crime | Lukáš Srbecký | [email protected] | +420 221 111 711 |
Contact person in Vienna, Partner | Clemens Hasenauer | [email protected] | +43 1 514 35 321 |
Lawyer Profiles
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Mr Michal Hofman | Associate, Banking & Finance | View Profile |
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Ms Nikol Jeništová | Nikol is a senior associate and head of the employment team (within… | View Profile |
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JUDr Petr Kališ | Managing Partner / Head of M&A and Restructuring Department, spesialised in Mergers… | View Profile |
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JUDr Martin Kartner | Partner / Head of Compliance, Banking & Finance, spesialised in Employment Law,… | View Profile |
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Mr Jiří Prouza | Senior Associate, Corporate, M&A Jiří is a Senior Associate of CERHA HEMPEL… | View Profile |
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Mgr Lukáš Srbecký | Partner / Head of Corporate/ Investigation Department, spesialised in Banking & Finance,… | View Profile |